Hurricane Lala weakens to tropical storm but still batters Hawaii with rain and surges
Lala was downgraded from a Category 1 hurricane to a tropical storm on early Sunday, but continued to pummel Hawaii with heavy rain and storm surges.
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Local vendors bring fresh flavors to the Abilene Farmers Market
Local vendors filled the Abilene Farmers Market on Saturday morning.
DFW Card Show draws collectors to Abilene
Card collectors gathered in Abilene on Saturday for the DFW Card Show.
Louisiana man accused of beating 3-year-old girl to death during potty training: report
A Louisiana man accused of violently beating a 3-year-old girl during potty training was charged with first-degree murder.
31 dead, nearly 600 ill due to lung disease linked to stone countertop exposure: study
The cases included 31 deaths and 65 people who underwent lung transplants.
Lala strengthens into hurricane as it heads toward Hawaii's Big Island
Lala strengthened into a Category 1 hurricane on Saturday as it approached Hawaii's Big Island and slammed the area with heavy rain and strong winds.
California 18-year-old pleads guilty after video shows him kicking a sea lion: prosecutors
An 18-year-old California man who repeatedly kicked a sea lion pleaded guilty to violating the Marine Mammal Protection Act, according to prosecutors.
Man allegedly attacked neighbor with feces following dispute about dog poop
A man allegedly attacked his neighbor with dog poop following an extensive "ongoing dispute" about feces being left on his driveway.
7.7 magnitude earthquake rocks Indonesia, killing at least 38 & hurting several others
A magnitude-7.7 earthquake hit off the coast of eastern Indonesia on Saturday local time, killing at least 38 people and hurting more than 12 others.
Breckenridge needs senior class to deliver for a smooth transition to Class 3A Division II
BRECKENRIDGE, Texas (BCH Sports) - The Breckenridge Buckaroos are working to go to the playoffs in back to back seasons for the first time since 2022, and they just might get it done. Casey Pearce and his Bucks dropped from Class 3A Division I to Division II and 16 positions are ...
Current Plats & Site Plans
Plats & Site Plans for review by the Plat & Site Plan Review Committees
West Texas Fair and Rodeo returns with rides, music and rodeo
We are just a month away from the West Texas Fair and Rodeo. And while the organizers don't know exactly how many there have been, you can expect classic rodeo...
Trump announces new tariffs on drone imports
President Trump has announced new tariffs on drone imports to reduce U.S. reliance on foreign supply chains and avoid possible national security threats....
Consumer sentiment falls in August as Americans 'just don't feel like they're thriving'
Consumer sentiment fell 8% in August after two months of gains, remaining near record lows as Americans worry about inflation, purchasing power and the broader economy....
Trump denies deteriorating USS Lincoln's families are worried as relatives speak out
The president told reporters Friday that the aircraft carrier's extended deployment hasn't been nearly long enough.
Guilty plea leaves Mangione facing up to life in prison while NY murder trial in doubt
Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty in federal court to stalking charges in the killing of United Health Care CEO Brian Thompson.
Scott Jennings responds to reports of him potentially getting Karoline Leavitt's job
CNN correspondent Scott Jennings has been asked about rumors that he would potentially become the next White House press secretary.
Trump says he'll declare Strait of Hormuz a US territory when Iran war ends
President Donald Trump said he wants to declare the Strait of Hormuz a U.S. territory when the war with Iran ends.
Trump orders DOD to redesign aircraft carrier with steam catapults to launch jets
President Trump has ordered the DOD to redesign an aircraft carrier with steam-powered catapults to launch fighter jets instead of electromagnetic systems....
NASA announces MAX POWER, 2-day aerospace expo & airshow at Kennedy Space Center
NASA will open Kennedy Space Center's historic Shuttle Landing Facility to the public in November for a new aerospace technology expo and airshow.
Trump's naval order for costly fighter jet launchers met with skepticism
The president ordered Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Thursday to revert an aircraft carrier's launchers to an older and more expensive system.
Construction workers find $10M in gold bars & coins during sewer installation
Construction workers found dozens of gold bars and hundreds of coins valued at an estimated $10 million while installing sewers at an old brewery.
What are the next steps for Trump's changes to childhood vaccine scheduling?
The Trump admin. is directing changes to federal childhood vaccine policy that would place greater emphasis on individual risk and decision-making with parents....
Judge orders Alex Murdaugh retrial moved outside 14th Circuit over jury fairness concerns
The retrial of Alex Murdaugh will take place outside South Carolina’s 14th Judicial Circuit and Colleton County, Judge Debra McCaslin ruled Friday during a pret...
Navy replacing USS Lincoln after reports of psychological breakdown
The aircraft carrier's crew has been at sea for hundreds of consecutive days, a historic tally reportedly leading some sailors to suffer mental health issues....
Investigating cost of action in Afghanistan, who actually received taxpayer dollars
Questions remain about how billions of taxpayer dollars tied to the country have been spent and how much of that money actually made its way into Afghanistan....
Flock Safety CEO apologizes for misuses of its surveillance technology
Flock Safety says changes will be made regarding anti-abuse safeguards after issues with the surveillance technology.
Trump asks Supreme Court to intervene in White House ballroom dispute
The solicitor general filed an application asking the Supreme Court to immediately suspend a lower-court injunction blocking construction of the ballroom project, which the administration says is 65% complete....
Texas Rangers seek public's help for cold case
Texas Rangers seek the public's help for the 1996 Brown County cold case.
JD Vance says the GOP needs to realize why young people are turning to socialism
JD Vance said that the GOP needs to be weary of blaming young people for being drawn to socialism, arguing that some Republicans are part of the problem....
American missionary released from captivity 9 months after Niger kidnapping
A missionary from America who was kidnapped in Niger in October has been released.
Wake-Up Weather: new day, same heat
Wake-Up Weather: new day, same heat
Chris Carter 'can’t wait' to see 'The X-Files' reboot from Ryan Coogler
Carter is releasing a director's cut of the 2008 film “The X-Files: I Want to Believe" on Disney+ and Hulu today.
Luigi Mangione pleads guilty in UnitedHealthcare CEO's killing: 'I knew what I was doing'
Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty to federal stalking charges in connection with the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson inside a Manhattan courtroom on Friday....
Graham Platner to make first appearance since ending senate bid at Ellsworth rally
Platner withdrew from the race in July after a former girlfriend accused him of sexual assault, an allegation Platner denied.
Tropical Storm Lala Takes Aim at Hawaii
Hawaii is preparing for a potentially significant tropical system this weekend as Tropical Storm Lala strengthens.
Harvard & China ties exposed in new House report, allegations surround university research
A new report from two House committees is accusing Harvard University of putting lucrative financial ties with China ahead of U.S. national security.
REPORT | Doctors profit from gender care: Assistant Secretary for Health talks next steps
A U.S. Department of Health and Human Services report released on Thursday alleged that doctors and hospitals pushed and profited.
Is rain on the way? What El Niño could mean for Big Country farmers
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Farmers and agricultural producers gathered Thursday at the Taylor County Expo Center for the Big Country Wheat Conference, where they heard the latest information ahead of the upcoming wheat planting season. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension hosted the co...
Tyson closing other plants but keeping Amarillo operation amid severe cattle shortage
Tyson Foods said Thursday it will close two facilities and seek a buyer for a third while keeping Amarillo at the center of its U.S. beef operations amid one of the tightest cattle supplies in decades....
Railroad Festival returns to downtown Abilene this September
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – The Abilene Railroad Festival returns this year to celebrate the history of railroads in Abilene and their role in shaping the city. The Texas and Pacific Railway arrived in Abilene in 1881, helping connect the city to communities across the region. C...
Who will be Trump's next press secretary? Expect a loyalist who will 'hit back hard'
With Karoline Leavitt moving on from her role as White House press secretary at the end of August, speculation is swirling over who could replace her at the podium in President Trump's press briefing room....
Rep. Talarico calls for data center accountability amid Abilene residents’ concerns
Rep. Talarico calls for data center accountability amid Abilene residents’ concerns myfoxzone.com
WNBA task force stops short of new transgender athlete eligibility policy
The WNBA is facing renewed pressure to clarify its eligibility rules regarding transgender athletes after a league task force met Wednesday.
Texas Rangers investigating McCamey child shooting death: UCSO
Editor's Note: This article discusses the death of a child. Reader discretion is advised. SAN ANGELO, Texas (Concho Valley Homepage) — The Texas Rangers are investigating the death of a 3-year-old boy in McCamey who died from an apparent gunshot wound to the forehead, according t...
Grand Jury: Stalking & arson charges among latest Taylor County indictments
Editor’s Note: A Grand Jury indicted the following suspects on felony charges in Taylor County, Texas, on August 13, 2026. All individuals named below are considered not guilty unless deemed otherwise in a court of law. Aidan Romero - Possession of Tetrahydrocannabinol Ricky Anto...
'Disgusting act': World War II Memorial vandalized with graffiti, soap in fountain
The World War II Memorial was vandalized with soap in the fountain and graffiti on the memorial itself.
DOJ alleges former SPLC official broke multiple laws
WASHINGTON - The Trump Administration is characterizing the Southern Poverty Law Center as a left-leaning group that consistently abused its power.
National gas prices climb after short decline
The American Automobiles Association says the national average price for a gallon of regular gasoline is rising again after a week of declines.
How a 'Little House on the Prairie' star became 'drinking buddies' with Jim Morrison
Charlotte Stewart met The Doors singer by chance in Los Angeles and formed an unusual bond with him.
NY man learns fate for dismembering ex-girlfriend, living with her body parts: prosecutors
https://brooklynda.org/2026/08/12/brooklyn-man-sentenced-to-26-years-to-life-in-prison-for-murder-and-dismemberment-of-girlfriend/Brooklyn District Attorney Er...
Federal judge dismisses DOJ's antisemitism lawsuit against Harvard
A federal judge on Thursday dismissed the DOJ's civil rights lawsuit against Harvard University that alleged the institution permitted antisemitism.
Preserving Abilene's Story with Abigail Payne, Executive Director of the Abilene Preservation League
Abigail Payne, Executive Director of the Abilene Preservation League, discussed the organization's efforts to revitalize historic local landmarks and preserve the city's cultural identity during an appearance on the Abilene People podcast....
Tom Green County sheriff warns of VIN-swapping scams after stolen trucks recovered
The Tom Green County Sheriff’s Office is warning used-vehicle buyers about sophisticated VIN-swapping scams
Republican lawmaker moves to bring death penalty back to DC
Republican lawmaker says nation's capital cannot be a 'safe haven' for America's most violent criminals.
Husband in murder-suicide at home daycare stabbed wife, daughter with screwdriver: report
The man accused of killing his wife and their 7-year-old daughter at a home daycare in Minnesota were identified, according to reports.
Nicole Kidman makes rare comments on her Tom Cruise and Keith Urban divorces
Kidman was married to Cruise for 10 years and Urban for 19 years.
Trump urges Senate to pass permanent daylight saving time bill
President Trump urged the Senate to pass a bill making daylight saving time permanent after the House of Representatives passed it last month.
Abilene man indicted after allegedly recording swimmers in YMCA locker room
A Taylor County grand jury indicted an Abilene man in connection with allegations that he recorded swimmers inside a YMCA locker room without their consent......
Taylor County man indicted on child sexual abuse material charge
A Taylor County man was indicted in a case involving allegations that he possessed and intended to promote child sexual abuse material...
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